Erb's palsy is a condition that affects the mobility and function of the arms. Typically Erb's palsy results from injuries sustained during difficult births. When a delivery involves shoulder dystocia, the fetus may suffer a brachial plexus injury, which means that the nerves connected to the affected arm are damaged.

infant with Erb's palsy will usually have one arm that does not move, except perhaps the fingers. The arm may hang straight down at the baby's side, possibly turned in slightly. A bent wrist and straight fingers are also typical for an infant with this injury. See similar questions...

Erb's Palsy injuries are treated with a combination of exercise, focused therapy and, in many cases, surgery to correct the damaged nerves. Each treatment plan is unique, based on the child's severity. An occupational or physical therapist is usually involved in the treatment. See similar questions...

Any excess stress to the baby's neck during delivery may result in injuries to a child's nerves. This can result in paralysis of the arm, causing it to be limp or dysfunctional. Injuries such as these are classified by severity. Avulsion rupture is when the nerves are torn away at the area of the spine. Neuroma is when the nerves are torn, but during the healing process, scar tissue has formed. This can result in the disabling of the arm. A rupture occurs when the nerves tear at other locations. See similar questions...

A neuroma - occurs where scar tissue has grown around the injury putting pressure on the nerve resulting in reduction of signals to the muscles. See similar questions...

Most claims must be filed within a certain amount of time of the injury. In New York, the statute of limitations for a personal injury is three years. It is imperative that these statutes are observed because once they expire, cases may be barred forever. To discuss your case, contact Oshman & Mirisola, LLP. See similar questions...

soon as you suspect that negligence may be the cause of the birth injury in your baby, you should contact an experienced Oshman & Mirisola, LLP birth injury attorney. It is necessary to gather facts and evidence early. There is a statute of limitations for filing medical malpractice claims, so do not delay. See similar questions...

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Cerebral palsy (CP) is a group of motor problems and physical disorders related to a brain injury or to problems with brain growth. CP causes uncontrolled reflex movements and muscle tightness (spasticity) that may affect a part, a side, or the entire body, with varying severity. Several conditions, such as mental retardation, seizures, or vision and hearing problems, are often also associated with cerebral palsy. See similar questions...

Cerebral palsy is an abnormality in the brain that effects the muscular and nervous systems. There is no cure for cerebral palsy. However, it is not dangerous like cancer, heart attacks, or other serious diseases and it is not a life-threatening situation. Although there is no cure, therapy such as physical, speech, and/or occupational may be very helpful for your health. See similar questions...

All State employees have to contribute to a retirement fund. Because UNM is an educational institution all employees are required by law to contribute to the Educational Retirement Board. See similar questions...

Cerebral palsy is caused by a brain injury or problem that occurs during fetal growth, birth, or within the first 2 to 3 years of life. CP can result from: Some conditions that are passed from parent to child (genetic conditions) that are linked to abnormal brain development. See similar questions...

Cerebral palsy (CP) usually takes several months to several years to diagnose. However, most children with CP are diagnosed by about 18 months of age. If a child is born with a severe form of CP, a health professional may be able to diagnose the condition within the first few weeks of life. However, parents and caregivers usually are the first to notice that a baby has developmental delays that may be early signs of CP. See similar questions...

Side effects of cerebral palsy include seizures, spasms, visual problems, hearing problems, hyperactivity disorder, speech problems, and learning problems. Approximately half of all people with cerebral palsy suffer from seizures. Seizures occur when there is abnormal brain activity (the brain attempts to send abnormal messages very close together). Seizures affect people in different ways - some people may stop moving and stare, others may fall down. See similar questions...

A significant number of the Cerebral Palsy cases that occur as the result of a birth injury can be prevented. Medical negligence, such as careless handling of the child’s cranium or an undetected oxygen blockage in the child’s brain, is a factor in many of these preventable cases. See similar questions...

Since the disorder is caused by irreversible brain damage, cerebral palsy has no cure. However, the physical effects of the brain damage can be treated. While impaired motor skills, speech, and muscle development cannot be “cured,” there are an ever-growing number of management options. Early intervention is often considered the single most important factor in the disorder’s treatment. See similar questions...